Bengaluru. In a series of coordinated operations across the city, the Central Crime Branch (CCB) in Bengaluru has arrested multiple offenders, including two rowdy-sheeters, a long-absconding criminal, and a father-daughter duo accused of running a large-scale job fraud racket that allegedly cheated over ₹5.3 crore from aspirants.
Rowdy-Sheeters Arrested In Raids
Acting on intelligence inputs, CCB’s Organised Crime Wing (East) conducted surprise raids on June 7 targeting more than 10 rowdy-sheeters suspected of stockpiling weapons for criminal activities. During the operation, two accused identified as Puneeth S.V. and Shivakumar alias Auto Shiva were arrested in connection with cases registered under the Arms Act and Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. Both were wanted in ongoing criminal proceedings and were subsequently handed over to the Varthur Police Station for further legal action. No weapons were recovered during the raids.
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In another operation, CCB officials apprehended Shahid Pasha alias Dakkar Shahid Bin Late Noor Khan, a known rowdy-sheeter linked to K.G. Halli Police Station limits. He had reportedly been evading arrest and court proceedings for nearly eight years. Based on a tip-off received earlier this month, police traced him to Vinobanagar and detained him. Officials said he is involved in more than 20 criminal cases across the city and had failed to appear before courts in at least three instances, leading to warrant and proclamation orders. He has now been handed over to K.G. Halli Police Station for further proceedings.
Father-Daughter Duo Held In Job Scam
The most significant breakthrough came in a separate fraud case involving a father-daughter duo accused of deceiving more than 40 job seekers by promising government employment in various departments. According to police, the accused claimed to have influential contacts in government and political circles and assured placements in departments such as Railways, Income Tax, Health, and Social Welfare.
Investigators found that the accused collected over ₹5.30 crore from aspirants, primarily from North Karnataka, by issuing fake appointment letters and creating an illusion of legitimacy. They reportedly set up bogus training centres in Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Kolkata, and even provided monthly stipends for a limited period to gain the trust of victims and delay suspicion.
Fake Training Centres Used
The complaint in the case was originally registered on November 17, 2025, following which a detailed investigation was launched. The duo was arrested on June 4, and officials are now working to trace additional victims and recover the defrauded money.
Authorities stated that the operations reflect an intensified effort to dismantle organised criminal networks operating across different categories, including street crime and financial fraud. The simultaneous crackdown highlights the increasing focus on intelligence-led policing and preventive action against organised crime groups.
Police sources said that rowdy elements in several parts of Bengaluru had been under surveillance due to suspicions of regrouping and acquiring illegal weapons. The surprise raids were part of a broader strategy to prevent escalation of violent offences and maintain law and order in sensitive localities.
Financial Trail Under Probe
In the job scam case, officials noted that the accused used psychological manipulation, staged employment procedures, and fake institutional setups to build credibility among victims. Many aspirants were reportedly convinced by the structured appearance of training centres and initial stipend payments, which made the scheme appear genuine.
Investigations are ongoing in all cases, with authorities examining financial trails, communication records, and possible links to other accomplices. Police have indicated that further arrests cannot be ruled out as the probe expands.
The CCB has reiterated its warning to the public against falling for job offers that demand upfront payments or promise guaranteed government positions, stating that such claims are often indicators of fraud.
